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ClosureRFG Radiofrequency Generator
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General Safety Guidelines
Overview & General Featur
es
Unpacking and Inspection of Components
Upon receiving the ClosureRFG radiofrequency generator, carefully unpack and inspect
the items listed below:
• ClosureRFG generator without physical damage anywhere on the outside housing and
screen
• Approved hospital-grade AC power cord, without cracks, frays, or any visible cord or
plug damage
• CD-ROM, containing this operation manual
All damaged items must be repacked and returned to the Covidien Customer Service
Department with prior approval. See
Repairs and Returns
on page 10-3 for contact
information.
Do not wrap the catheter cable around metal objects, as this might induce hazardous currents into
the patient.
The ClosureRFG generator requires special precautions regarding Electromagnetic Compliance and
needs to be installed and put into service according to
Electromagnetic Compliance (EMC)
on page
11-4.
ClosureRFG generator failure could result in an unintended increase in RF output.
Use of electrosurgery could result in neuromuscular stimulation resulting in patient injury.
Electrodes and probes for monitoring, stimulating, and imaging devices can provide paths for high-
frequency current even if battery powered, insulated, or isolated at line frequency. The risk of burns
can be reduced, but not eliminated, by placing these electrodes or probes as far away from the
ablation site as possible. Protective impedance (Ω) incorporated into the monitoring leads may
further reduce the risk of burns and permit continuous monitoring during RF energy delivery, Do
not use needles as monitoring electrodes during procedures.
Caution
To prevent injury to the patient, do not start RF power until the catheter is properly positioned in
the patient.
RF power activation tones and lights are important safety features. Do not obstruct indicator lights
or the screen. Do not disable auditory tones.
The ClosureRFG generator should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment. If
adjacent use is necessary, the ClosureRFG generator should be observed to verify normal operation
in the configuration in which it will be used.
Do not plug a wet catheter connector into a receptacle as it may damage the ClosureRFG
generator.
Warning